Many expecting parents choose a pediatrician during the third trimester, although you can begin earlier. Choosing a pediatrician before delivery gives you time to meet the practice and understand what happens after your baby is born.

A prenatal visit usually includes time to meet the pediatric team, ask questions, learn about newborn care, and understand how the practice supports families after delivery.

No. DVPA is happy to care for your baby in our office regardless of where you deliver.

DVPA pediatricians are on active staff at Capital Health and Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center. DVPA currently provides in-hospital newborn care at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center.

Yes. Prenatal visits are especially helpful for first-time parents who want to learn what to expect after delivery.

You can ask about newborn visits, feeding, lactation support, vaccines, after-hours calls, sick visits, hospital care, and how to become a new patient.